I was an unwanted child.

 

Believe it or not, my mom did everything she could to ensure I would never be conceived. 

 

At the time, she wasn’t a practicing Muslim and relied on the best OBGYNs available to make sure she wouldn’t have any more children. Seven was enough; she was burned out.

 

The surgery was successful. 

 

But a few years later, she woke up feeling nauseous. She thought it was the flu, but it was a strange one—one that made her period disappear and persisted for four months. 

 

She was in complete denial. Her friends told her, “Girl, you’re pregnant.” She said, “There’s no way. The surgery had a 99 percent success rate. I must be suffering from an illness.”

 

Worried, she scheduled a check-up, only for the doctor to confirm that she was indeed carrying a child. 

 

She went straight back to her surgeon. “I’m sorry,” he said. “Clearly, you’re the 1 percent.” He was baffled because the tubes were completely tied. 

 

 

A few months later, I was born. 

 

My pregnancy completely shifted the trajectory of my mom’s life. She named me Eman, because that’s when faith entered her heart. 

 

Ultimately, Allah wanted me to be here, but my mom did not. 

 

How’s that for a plot twist?

 

Some would say, I am a miracle baby. 

 

I like to think of myself as unwanted because it reminds me of my purpose. 

 

Clearly, there was something that Allah wanted me to do in this world, even when the humans tried to stop me from existing. 

 

 

 

Okay. Keep reading.

 

My story is the inspiration behind how I parent and raise my kids today. 

 

I like to remind them that Allah is the one who wills and permits, not the parents only.

 

 

Whenever they ask for something, I redirect them to ask the one who can do something about it—Allah. 

 

 I say, “But first, did you ask Allah?" 

 

"If Allah wants you to have it, you will have it no matter what I say. So ask Him first!”

 

As they grow older, I like to add, “If Allah does not want you to have it, it’s because it’s not good for you even if you think otherwise.”

 

The follow-up is equally important here. 

 

When they get what they asked for, we celebrate by saying, “Allah wanted you to have it” or “Allah said yes! Allahu Akbar.” 

 

If it doesn’t happen, we still celebrate by saying, “It’ll happen at a better time for you or Allah is might be safely tucked away for you in Jannah. Your patience is how Allah is loving you and holding you right now.”

 

The goal is to train them to understand that everything begins and ends with Allah and to develop a healthy, strong connection with their Creator that aligns with their Fitrah.

 

What should they ask Allah for? 

Everything! 

 

Want a toy, candy, Ice crea? Ask Him. 

 

Want a new game, clothes, an outing? Ask Him. 

 

 

Raising our children this way from an early age helps them develop an internal compass for making good choices. One that aligns with Islamic principles. 

 

Think about it. 

 

How likely are you to ask Allah for something that is haram?

 

When asking Allah for everything becomes second nature, it strengthens their identity. 

 

The key is to raise the bar for their Islamic education and align our parenting with their naturally developing self-identity.

 

I share my story today because it marks the day I entered this world despite being unwanted. 

 

Although I no longer celebrate birthdays, I asked myself one question:

 

 

I began to write down my answers, and believe it or not, there was only one thing: 

 

 

It most certainly wasn't a monetary figure or a career goal. 

 

That’s why I decided to do something special today—something I probably won’t do again.

 

To refresh your memory, I launched Forming Early Foundations in 2021 with the idea of offering a unique parent-child program.

 

It was meant to be a heart-led program that grows with and transforms the relationship and life of Muslim parents and their children under 12 in simple and sustainable ways. 

 

To my surprise, a few parents joined idea, and it has since evolved into a robust educational model that helps parents enhance their parenting and build their children's' Islamic education in simple and effective ways.

 

What started as a simple idea on a Google Doc with a spoonful of courage and a sprinkle of dua has grown into a global community of families learning together. 

 

I am eternally grateful to Allah for making it happen.

 

So why am I telling you all this today?

 

FEF is currently a combination of three programs in one: parent education, child education, and support for both. 

 

Next year, there is a possibility that I’ll be deconstructing FEF into three standalone programs with separate fee structures. 

 

As the program grows, so do the demands, and FEF will no longer be offered in its current form.

 

To honor my call and seek reward for my hereafter on this special day, I’m offering my signature program, Forming Early Foundations, at its original early bird investment range

 

From August 12th to August 18th, I’ll be reopening FEF (currently closed) for only $1997 $550 USD ONLY!

 

 

→ Yes, you will get lifetime access to the program for as long as it runs.

 

→ Yes, you’ll receive all the program’s features, including group coaching calls and 1:1 consultations, at no extra cost. The only thing not included are the 2024 enrollment bonuses.

 

→ You can join now and use it later if you currently have an infant or pregnant. I have moms who joined before even having their first child—talk about being proactive, mashallah!

 

→ Yes you can buy it as a gift for another family. 

 

This opportunity is available ONLY ONCE. 

 

So, to all my friends who have been emailing about wanting to join but couldn’t afford the investment before, this is your chance. 

 

I look forward to welcoming you inside. 

 

And of course, you are most welcome!

 

P.S. Find all the information you need about the program here. Reply back with any question, I'll happily guide you to make an informed decision. If you are ready to enroll now, please click here.

 

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